Armando Gamez-Valencia
Katy,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented and safety-focused Water Treatment Technician with hands-on experience supporting treatment operations, routine water quality testing, and equipment maintenance in compliance-driven environments. Familiar with wastewater treatment concepts, operational monitoring, and preventive maintenance practices that translate well to municipal and industrial wastewater facilities. Experienced in collecting samples, performing basic water testing, maintaining accurate logs, and following SOPs and safety protocols. Knowledgeable of TCEQ regulatory expectations and operator licensing requirements, with a strong willingness to learn, train under licensed operators, and progress toward Wastewater Operator certification. Brings a dependable work ethic, strong teamwork skills, and a commitment to reliable system operation and public health protection.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Treatment Technician
BCSPurewater
Katy, Texas
04.2025 - Current
- Supported preventive maintenance, cleaning, and basic troubleshooting of treatment equipment, pumps, valves, piping, and filtration systems.
- Maintained operation logs and service records to support compliance and process consistency.
- Performed routine water quality testing (such as chlorine, hardness, pH, and turbidity), and accurately documented results.
- Followed safety procedures and chemical guidelines, including proper storage, labeling, and use of treatment chemicals.
- Familiarity with TCEQ regulations and operator licensing expectations.
- Gained working knowledge of treatment processes and flow systems that translate to wastewater operations, including process monitoring, equipment checks, and responding to abnormal conditions.
Infantryman
U.S. Army
Fort Johnson, LA
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Performed routine preventive maintenance, inspections, and basic troubleshooting on mechanical, electrical, and safety equipment to ensure reliable operations
- Assisted with logistics and inventory management, including tracking supplies, parts, and equipment needed for continues operations.
- Documented equipment status, maintenance actions, and operational activities accurately and consistently.
- Followed strict safety procedures, and technical manuals, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintenance compliance
Education
GED -
Grossmont Adult School
El Cajon, CA07-2022
Skills
- Routine water quality testing (pH, Chlorine residual, turbidity, hardness)
- Preventive maintenance support (cleaning, inspection, and lubrication)
- Basic understanding of water treatment process and system flow
- Basic troubleshooting of pumps, values, piping, and treatment equipment
- Basic proficient with Microsoft office applications
- Familiarity with TCEQ wastewater operator licensing
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) awareness and compliance
- Chemical safety and proper PPE usage
Certification
OSHA 10
Timeline
Water Treatment Technician
BCSPurewater
04.2025 - Current
Infantryman
U.S. Army
10.2022 - 03.2025
GED -
Grossmont Adult School